Spotlight: Swift Trawler 48
The new Swift Trawler 48 is a great addition to the successful Trawler range by Beneteau.
Placed appropriately in Beneteau’s 45+ foot passage-maker category, this mid-range boat has a strikingly stylish profile which features the new stainless framed teak slat fashion plates — aligned with those seen on the new Grand Trawler 62 flagship.
To enjoy the sea with confidence, the Swift Trawler 48 is rated for 12 people. The hull has been designed to optimise sea kindly behaviour and performance, while the slender flared bow cuts through the sea wonderfully resulting in efficient fuel consumption and safe handling.
MICAD naval architects have designed a semi-planing hull that optimises fuel efficiency across the speed range. With 1930 litres of fuel on board, you can expect a range of +600nm at 9 knots displacement speed or 280nm at 18 knots efficient planing speed while retaining a fuel reserve of 10 per cent.
This, in combination with 640 litres of fresh water, allows for considerable autonomy away from the dock. While Swift Trawler DNA is focused on comfortable and economic cruising — the standard pair of Cummins QSB 6.7 litre 380hp engines allows a top speed of 21 knots with the upgrade 425hp engines giving a top speed of 25 knots. So, there is always plenty of reserve power available to take the boat beyond 20 knots.
The aft cockpit can fit a folding table and two directors’ chairs which, together with the large bench seat, maximise the indoor/outdoor living space. Intelligent design features such as the foot pedal-operated sliding flybridge stairs and starboard sidedeck acrylic “wind stopper” door and overhead handrail further enhance the functionality and comfort found in this area. The transom double gate opens onto a large swim platform with an optional hydraulic lifting system able to carry a 350kg dinghy.
The 20sqm flybridge floor area provides the space to create a comfortable layout so you can enjoy the panorama of the sea every minute of the day. The transform backrests either side of the pilot seat allow plentiful forward-facing seating, while the transverse seating and table area create a great area to eat and relax. This can be further complemented by the optional flybridge T-top with inset sliding soft-top. Aft there is a transverse wetbar facing forward allowing good communication with everyone seated forward while preparing drinks or food. The aft flybridge space allows for sun loungers or paddleboards. On the foredeck there is the option of a sunpad with lift-up sections creating forward seating — perfect for relaxing with a drink and a good book. The asymmetrical deck layout allows for a wide and well-protected starboard sidedeck with high bulwarks giving safe and easy access to this area.
Entering through the patio doors, there is a large L-shaped galley on portside aft with a full-height 255-litre fridge freezer and large overhead lockers outboard. The standard galley has a gas oven or optional multi-function electric oven, a clever corner pull-out stowage unit, cupboards and drawers that ensure plentiful capacity for extended cruising while still allowing space for an optional dishwasher. The raised-edge Corian worktop features a gas or induction cooktop and large sink; opposite the galley is a spacious sideboard with cupboards and an internal bottle rack. The sideboard can be configured with an icemaker, Villeroy & Boch crockery stowage and an illuminated glassware cupboard above. Forward of the galley is a large raised U-shaped dinette providing plentiful seating for up to eight with great views all around and in social proximity to the helm. The aft end of the seat has space for a 23-bottle wine chiller. On the portside dashtop, the large stowage unit can house a 40” television.
The helm has space for 2 x 12” Raymarine MFD screens and the Beneteau Ship Control system. In addition, an aft docking camera, stern docking lights and the Cummins integrated joystick system can be specified for a stress-free docking experience.
In the lower accommodation, the forward owner’s cabin features a double berth that lifts to reveal plentiful stowage underneath. The ensuite bathroom includes a separate shower cubicle with teak slatted seat. The port guest cabin has two single berths with an infill to make up a double berth. The starboard guest cabin has two portlights, a transverse double berth and a double-door wardrobe that is large enough to take an optional washer/dryer in the base.
Information supplied by Beneteau.
Specifications
| Length overall | 14.74m (48ft 4in) |
| Beam overall | 4.50m (14ft 9in) |
| Draft | 1.15m (3ft 10in) |
| Maximum engine power | 2 X 425 CH 2 X 425 HP |
| Light displacement (EC) | 12,685kg |
| Fuel tank | 1,930l |
| Water tank | 640l |
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